Early data suggests program can reduce recidivism in King County
Restorative Community Pathways (RCP), King County’s restorative justice program for youth offenders has shown promising results less than a year into its operation, Executive Dow Constantine said. “Restorative Community Pathways is an evidence and community-based program to help change a youth’s behavior, reducing crime and creating a better future for themselves, their families, and our community,” said Executive Constantine. Continue reading at Seattle Weekly. (Seattle Weekly file photo)
Clean energy just got a lot more cost-competitive, report says
The Inflation Reduction Act will cause the cost of renewable energy to decline dramatically over the next decade, according to an analysis shared exclusively with The Climate 202. The analysis from ICF Climate Center, a global consulting firm, concludes that the climate law will make clean energy projects easier to finance across the country, quickening the pace of America’s energy transition. Continue reading at The Washington Post. (Brendan McDermid/Reuters)
West Seattle Bridge passes strength tests, will reopen Sunday as planned
Some critical strength tests were conducted on the West Seattle Bridge this week, and the Seattle Department of Transportation confirmed on Thursday that the bridge is safe and ready to reopen as planned on Sunday, Sept. 18. The exact time the bridge will reopen has not be released to prevent drivers from lining up to be the first to go over the repaired bridge. Continue reading at KIRO 7.
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